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In our culture today, it is common for people to forget the true meaning of Christmas - and its significance. The celebration of Christmas is much bigger than a secularized holiday. Christmas is about God's plan of salvation, which He set in motion before time began. In Why the Nativity?, we will discover how the most minute details of Christ's coming were foretold in Old Testament prophecies. We will see that from the Davidic lineage of Jesus and His Virgin birth, to the worship by angelic hosts, common shepherds and wise men, that God was pointing us to the birth of the Messiah.
Why? Why would God choose a plan for our redemption before the foundation of the earth? This marvelous plan of redemption is too wonderful and awesome for our comprehension. Discover five reasons why Heaven’s Son became Man’s Redeemer. Covers selected Scriptures.
How often have you felt that you were facing a difficult challenge in your life? Now, place that decision next to the one that was placed before Joseph when he discovered his espoused wife was with child. Take into consideration the culture, the gossip, and the promise form God. A man of extraordinary faith is required for this decision. We will learn more about him in this lesson. Covers Matthew 1:18-25.
What kind of person does God use? Does He only use the rich, the powerful, or those with the greatest intellect? Or does He use only those who understand all of His ways and plans? The answer to both questions is “no.” The people God uses are the people who trust in Him. This is exactly what Mary did. Covers Luke 1:26 – 38.
God has a sovereign will and purpose that can be seen clearly in the selection of Bethlehem as the birthplace for the Lord. Through this plan we can see the importance of the location as well as the prophetic significance to the Old Testament verses detailing the symbolic and historical importance of this site. Covers Micah 5:2.
What an astounding thing, that when Jesus came to be born, they could find no room for Him. God placed a special star in the sky just to herald Jesus' birth and bring wise men from far-off lands; so why did He not provide a vacant room? From the very beginning, Christ was destined for and accepted humanity's rejection. The lack of room at the inn represents our own failure to make room in our hearts for Him, and it demonstrates His love and grace as He has reserved a special place in heaven for us. Covers Luke 2:7.
There is something about the image of a shepherd out among his flock, with only his dog and the sheep for his companions, that seems picturesque and inviting. You can sense the quiet of the hillside as the sheep quietly graze and the shepherd’s eyes carefully watch over each one in his care. This is not a picture of someone who craves attention or notoriety, but it is someone whom God has chosen to participate in the birth of Christ. Covers Luke 2:8-14.
Travel today can be fun and exciting, but in the year of our Lord’s birth travel was slow, arduous, and difficult. We are told that the Wise Men traveled across a continent to see the Messiah. You can only imagine the difficulties they encountered along the way – struggles to find fresh water, food, a place to rest and sleep. Without a doubt it was probably difficult, but this journey was one of love and commitment. Covers Matthew 2:1-2; 11-12.
Are you a patient person? Everyone at some point in their life becomes impatient waiting for a special event to come. Like a teenager waiting for their driver’s license, we count the days for special events in our lives. When the event finally happens we are overcome with excitement and joy. When I think of “joy” I think of music. Christmas is the ultimate celebration where our joy overflows into music and song. Covers selected Scriptures.
The mystery of our salvation and the plan that God designed for our redemption is one that theologians through the ages cannot completely articulate adequately. However, we can understand these three words, “God with us,” which clearly says it all. He became like us so that we could someday be with Him. Covers selected Scriptures.
There are more than 300 names and titles to describe Jesus, but the name “Savior” provides a poignant reminder to us that God is not leaving us in our sin, but has provided a way for our salvation. Covers Luke 2:11.
Promises are only as good as the character of the person who makes the promise. God has promised a future with Him someday, and He is faithful, so “fear” should be eliminated form our vocabulary. Learn to believe in the One who is worthy of all our praise, faith, worship, and love. Covers Luke 1 & 2.
